The Road From Home: The Story of an Armenian Girl

David Kherdian re-creates his mother’s voice in telling the true story of a childhood interrupted by one of the most devastating holocausts of our century. Vernon Dumehjian Kherdian was born into a loving and prosperous family. Then, in the year 1915, the Turkish government began the systematic destruction of its Armenian population.

Reviews and Endorsements

“Kherdian writes in his mother’s voice, Veron’s voice, which is brought to life so clearly and achingly, Mr. Kherdian as storyteller seems to completely disappear. Veron’s telling is very honest and straightforward (though never sensational) when describing horrific events. But even living through these events, Veron fiercely holds on to what joy she can find, and hope. That is why this personal story, while such a tragedy, is also a miracle.” – Parry Rigney

“David Kherdian re-creates his mother’s voice in telling the true story of a childhood interrupted by one of the most devastating holocausts of our century. Veron Dumehjian Kherdian was born into a loving and prosperous family. Then, in the year 1915, the Turkish government began the systematic destruction of its Armenian population.”

The Road From Home: The Story Of An Armenian Girl was a 1980 Newbery Honor Book and has received numerous accolades including the following: Boston Globe/Horn Book Award, Lewis Carroll Shelf Award, Jane Addams Award, Banta Award, American Book Award Finalist, ALA Notable Book, and National Book Finalist.” – Armenian Book Club